A New Adept Expedition Announced: Ancient Italy & Sardinia with Dr. David Miano
We’re pleased to announce a new expert-led journey from Adept Expeditions:
A Tyrrhenian Adventure: Ancient Italy & Sardinia, a 15-day archaeological expedition guided by historian, author, and educator Dr. David Miano.
This journey has been carefully designed for travelers who want more than surface-level sightseeing — for those who want to understand how ancient civilizations actually developed, interacted, and shaped the Mediterranean world we know today.
Exploring the Ancient Tyrrhenian World
Rather than treating Italy and Sardinia as separate destinations, this expedition approaches them as parts of a single, interconnected ancient world.
Over the course of the journey, participants will explore:
- Ancient Rome and the cultural landscape of Latium
- Etruscan cities and necropoleis that predate Roman dominance
- Sardinia’s Nuragic civilization and its monumental stone architecture
- The wider Mediterranean networks linking Romans, Etruscans, Phoenicians, and indigenous peoples
The emphasis throughout is on context and connection — understanding how these cultures interacted across time, geography, and trade rather than viewing them in isolation.
Scholar-Led, On Site, In Context
This expedition is led throughout by Dr. David Miano, whose work focuses on ancient history, archaeology, and the Mediterranean world. His approach blends academic rigor with accessible interpretation, allowing complex historical patterns to emerge clearly while on site.
Instead of rushing between highlights, the itinerary is paced to allow time for:
- On-location explanation and discussion
- Observing architectural and landscape patterns
- Asking better questions — and engaging more deeply with the evidence
This is not a lecture series on wheels, nor is it a casual sightseeing tour. It is an interpretive expedition designed to make sense of the ancient world where it actually unfolded.
A Different Kind of Travel Experience
A Tyrrhenian Adventure is intentionally limited in size to preserve access, pacing, and the quality of the experience.
This expedition is designed for travelers who:
- Value depth over volume
- Appreciate expert insight without academic stiffness
- Prefer small groups and thoughtful access to sites
- Want travel experiences that are intellectually and culturally meaningful
It is not a mass-market itinerary — and it isn’t meant to be.
Planning Is Underway
As planning moves forward, early commitments help secure accommodations, transportation, and site access as arrangements are finalized. Availability will be shaped by the order in which deposits are received.
For those who have been waiting for an expert-led journey through ancient Italy and Sardinia that prioritizes understanding over checklist travel, this expedition offers a rare opportunity.
👉 View the Full Expedition Details
(link to tour page)

